What happened on Sunday December 15, 1957?

Here's what happened on December 15, 1957:

• Activation of the 556th Strategic Missile Squadron On December 15, 1957, the United States Strategic Air Command (SAC) activated the 556th Strategic Missile Squadron at Patrick Air Force Base in Florida. This milestone marked a significant advancement in Cold War-era military technology and strategic defense capabilities. The squadron was specifically established to train missile crews and conduct test launches of the SM-62 Snark, a pioneering intercontinental cruise missile designed to carry nuclear warheads. As SAC's first operational Snark squadron and inaugural missile squadron, this unit represented a critical step in the United States' emerging nuclear deterrence strategy during the height of the Cold War.
• Activation of the 556th Strategic Missile Squadron On December 15, 1957, the United States Strategic Air Command (SAC) activated the 556th Strategic Missile Squadron at Patrick Air Force Base in Florida. This milestone marked a significant advancement in Cold War-era military technology and strategic defense capabilities. The squadron was specifically established to train missile crews and conduct test launches of the SM-62 Snark, a pioneering intercontinental cruise missile designed to carry nuclear warheads. As SAC's first operational Snark squadron and inaugural missile squadron, this unit represented a critical step in the United States' emerging nuclear deterrence strategy during the height of the Cold War.

Events in 1957

December 15, 1957: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Dec. 15, 1957

Newspapers from Dec. 15, 1957

December 15, 1957: What were the main match results that day?

NFL - American Football

• Baltimore Colts - Los Angeles Rams : 21 - 37
• Cleveland Browns - New York Giants : 34 - 28
• Detroit Lions - Chicago Bears : 21 - 13
• Green Bay Packers - San Francisco 49ers : 20 - 27
• Pittsburgh Steelers - Washington Redskins : 3 - 10

December 15, 1957 was a Sunday and it was the 349th day of the year 1957 in the Gregorian calendar.

December 15, 1957 can also be written as 12/15/1957 in the US and as 15/12/1957 in UK and Europe.

December 15, 1957 in December 1957 calendar

Famous people born on December 15, 1957:

• Mike McAlary

  Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist known for his work in New York City, covering crime and social issues with distinctive storytelling.

• Tim Reynolds

  Renowned guitarist associated with Dave Matthews Band, known for his exceptional musical skills and collaborative work.

• Jan Bosschaert

Famous people born in 1957

Famous people born on December 15th

Famous people died on December 15, 1957:

• Félix Gandéra
• Maria Antonietta Zanelli

Famous people who died in 1957

Famous people who died on December 15th

December 15, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on December 15, 1957 was Jailhouse Rock by Elvis Presley, according to the music chart for the week December 9th and December 15th.

1. Elvis Presley - Jailhouse Rock
2. Sam Cooke - You Send Me
3. The Everly Brothers - Wake Up Little Susie
4. The Rays - Silhouettes
5. Bill Justis - Raunchy

December 15, 1957: What was the number 1 song in the UK on that day?

The number 1 song in the UK on December 15, 1957 was Mary's Boy Child by Harry Belafonte, according to the music chart for the week December 9th and December 15th.

1. Harry Belafonte - Mary's Boy Child
2. The Everly Brothers - Wake Up Little Susie
3. Johnny Otis & His Orchestra With Marie Adams - Ma He's Making Eyes At Me
4. Malcolm Vaughan - My Special Angel
5. Paul Anka - I Love You Baby

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for December 15th is Sagittarius.

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Babies born in December are either Sagittarius or Capricorn. People born before December 21st are Sagittarius, while people born from December 22nd have the sign of Capricorn.

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December 15, 1957: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for December 15, 1957 is Rooster and the associated element is Fire.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on December 15, 1957 was Waning crescent.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on December 15, 1957 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on December 15, 1957 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 22% full, rising at 12:57 am and setting at 01:14 pm.

The previous full moon was on Dec 07, 1957 while the next full moon would come on Jan 05, 1958.

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Someone born on December 15, 1957 is:

67 years 4 months old,

or 808 months and 18 days old,

or 3515 weeks and 6 days old,

or 24611 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on December 15, 1957?

There are 226 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Monday December 15th 2025.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on December 15, 1957?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on December 15, 1957.

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